Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What's the difference between flax seed omega 3 and fish oil omega 3 intake?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
More O3 in fish oil: Flax has 6 and some 3. Depending on what you need, you may want to choose between the two. If for cardiovascular health, Omega 3 is better.
Answered 1/16/2019
227 views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
What is the best kind of omega 3 suppliment is best? Fish oil? Flax? Does it matter which fish it's from? What should you look for?
3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
A member asked:
I have been taking 1000mg fish oil as well as flax or chia daily for years. Is this safe? Ends up being around 2000mg or so total omega 3. Too much?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
What's the difference between the omega 3 fatty acids found in flax seed oil and fish oil?
I take Omega 3-6-9 capsules daily using the recommended dosage of 2 capsules 3x daily. This totals to 1200mg of Fish, Flax, & Borage oil per day. On top of this, I take 1 capsule of 1000mg Pumpkin Seed Oil per day. Is this safe?
What is the difference between "omega-3 fish oil" and " Omega-3 salmon oil" supplements? Which one is the best?
What's a difference between fish oil capsules and omega 3-6-9 capsules? Which ones should I take as a diabetic?
What's too much omega 3 consumption perday? I consume ground flax as well fish or fish oil supplements during the day. Any studies showing a limit?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
